USPS Shifts PRIME Mail Deals to Dominant List
Published Date: 10/1/2026
Notice
Summary
Starting January 1, 2027, the Postal Service is moving two special mail agreements—Inbound PRIME Registered Service Agreement 1 and PRIME-USPS Registered Agreement—from a competitive category to a market dominant one. This change affects businesses and customers using these services, signaling a shift in how these mail products are managed and priced. It’s a big deal for anyone who relies on these agreements for sending or receiving important mail!
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